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Battery Storage Leases Near Walnut, IL
Walnut along I-80 in northern Bureau County offers easy access to the interstate corridor that parallels key transmission lines. With 17 substations across the county, surrounding farmland is well-suited for battery energy storage development.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
17
Up to 150 MW capacity
County
Bureau
Bureau County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Walnut
The Walnut area has 17 ComEd substations with up to 150 MW of capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key connection points include:
Properties within 2-5 miles of these substations are the most viable for battery storage leases. Our team evaluates proximity, feeder infrastructure, and available capacity for each property at no cost.
What Walnut-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Walnut could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | 25-Year Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | $500,000 |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | $1,250,000 |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | $2,500,000 |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | $5,000,000 |
How to get started near Walnut
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Walnut. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Walnut-area substations, available interconnection capacity, and grid infrastructure.
Review a lease offer
If your property qualifies, we present lease terms with annual payment amounts, duration, and escalation schedule.
Start earning
Once signed, the developer handles permitting and construction. You start receiving lease payments.
Questions from Walnut-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Walnut?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Walnut area, it may qualify. Bureau County has 17 substations with up to 150 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Walnut?
Battery storage needs only 0.2-2 acres — far less than solar. A typical 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Will this affect my farming?
No. The installation is a small fenced area — typically the size of a few shipping containers on a concrete pad. Farmers report no impact on planting, harvesting, drainage, or equipment access.
Is there any cost to me?
None. The developer covers everything — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. The assessment is also free with no obligation.
Own land near Walnut?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.